Three of our amazing Sanford Middle School students represented our community at Girls' Day at the State House in Augusta! 🏛️
Xyla Kurz, Jay Bouley-Capprotta, and Sophia Guy were specially selected for this leadership opportunity where they met with lawmakers, learned how government works, and connected with other young leaders from across Maine.
Click the link to read our full article about these impressive young women and their State House experience! 👉 https://www.sanford.org/article/2196134

📚❤️🩹 HAPPY SCHOOL NURSE APPRECIATION DAY! 📚❤️🩹
Today, the Sanford School Department celebrates our incredible school nurses who serve as the healthcare heroes in our schools! On this National School Nurse Appreciation Day, we recognize their essential role in keeping our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn.
We appreciate all you do for our Sanford students and staff! 💙

📣 HAPPENING TOMORROW! 📣
Sanford Middle School presents: 🎵 5th & 6th GRADE SPRING BAND & CHORUS CONCERT 🎵
📅 Date: TOMORROW - Wednesday, May 7th ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM 📍 Location: Performing Arts Center
Come support our Sanford Middle School students as they demonstrate their musical growth and artistic expression!
📚✏️ TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK: MAY 5-9, 2025 ✏️📚
The Sanford School Department wants to take a moment to celebrate the incredible educators who make our schools shine! This Teacher Appreciation Week, we're honoring the dedication, creativity, and heart that our teachers bring to their classrooms every day. Today, May 6th, is also Teacher Appreciation Day!
We also extend our deep appreciation to all our amazing staff members who support our schools and students every day!

For high schoolers needing community service hours, Carl J. Lamb Elementary School is in need of volunteers to sell carnations, guide students, and pass out programs, for their spring Arts Nights (concerts and art shows).
Tuesday, May 13th: 4:30-5:30pm and 6-7pm
Thursday, May 15th: 4:30-5:30pm and 6-7pm
Tuesday, May 13th: 4:30-5:30pm
For more information and to sign up, please email hskvorak@sanford.org.
Good evening. Here is the link to the latest Sanford School Department's newsletter the ‘Sanford Spotlight - https://bit.ly/3Yw8jrs. This edition celebrates CJ.L' s Career Day, SHS choirs earning top ratings, recognition of outstanding educators, and exciting happenings around our schools. Enjoy
🎨🎵 SANFORD HIGH SCHOOL SPRING ART SHOW & CONCERT - TOMORROW! 🎵🎨
Join us TOMORROW, Tuesday, May 6th at Sanford High School!
✨ ART SHOW opens at 5:00 PM Featuring stunning works from our talented student artists Browse the gallery before and after the concert
🎼 SPRING CONCERT begins at 6:00 PM In the Performing Arts Center

Buy low, sell high, WIN BIG! 📊 Sanford Middle School just crushed the State Stock Market Game competition! See how our students took FIVE of the top 10 spots statewide and brought home the championship: https://www.sanford.org/article/2167267
📣 Happy School Lunch Hero Day to our amazing Sanford School Department nutrition team! 📣
Today, May 2, 2025, is School Lunch Hero Day - a special opportunity for our Spartan community to recognize and thank our hardworking nutrition professionals.
Congratulations to Terri Gerrish (Left, Pride Elementary) and Kendra Marley (Right, Carl J. Lamb Elementary) on being recognized as "Outstanding Early Childhood Professionals" during the Week of the Young Child! These dedicated educators are making a tremendous impact on Sanford's youngest learners.
Read our full article to learn more about these exceptional educators and why they were selected for this special honor from the Maine Department of Education and DHHS!
https://www.sanford.org/article/2183211

The Sanford Middle School Theatre Group (S.M.S.) presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr - TONIGHT!
🗓️ HAPPENING TONIGHT: Friday, May 2, 2025 at 7 PM
(Also showing tomorrow, Saturday, May 3 at 7 PM)
📍 WHERE: Sanford Performing Arts Center (100 Alumni Drive, Sanford, ME)
💰 TICKETS: $9/Adult and $7/Senior + Student
✨ TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR - CASH ONLY ✨
Today's high school athletic schedule:
Girls Tennis Match @ 4PM @ Windham HS
Boys Tennis Match @ 4PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Lacrosse @ 4:30PM @ Waterhouse Field
Girls JV Lacrosse @ 6PM @ Waterhouse Field
Miss the Sanford Pride Elementary Celebration of Learning concerts? Good news! All performances are now available to watch on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPkhl1Gl0gAKdfZAKF6w-77BA3yIDedHP
Good evening. Use this link to access the latest edition of the Sanford School Department's newsletter - https://bit.ly/42BjLof This issue highlights recent student accomplishments including SPE's Celebration of Learning event, SMS' impressive showing in the State Stock Market Challenge, and SHS' Special Olympics event as well as updates on financial literacy programs and athletic achievements.
Today's high school athletic schedule:
Varsity Lacrosse Game @ 4PM @ SHS
Girls Tennis @ 4PM @ SHS
Boys Tennis @ 4PM @ So. Portland HS
JV Baseball @ 4:30PM @ SHS
Varsity Baseball @ 4:30PM @ SHS/Goodall Park
JV Lacrosse Game @ 5:30PM @ SHS
Margaret Chase Smith Students had a blast during its recent Wellness Fair, which was packed with engaging and hands-on activities that promoted health, safety, and social-emotional learning.
They explored a variety of exciting sessions, including fire safety demonstrations, cosmetology tips, and interactive presentations from JMG, our School Resource Officer, and localEMTs.
The smoothie bike was a big hit, letting students pedal their way to a healthy treat, while others enjoyed planting seeds, learning about bike safety, and participating in creative SEL activities.


The Sanford Middle School Theatre Group presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr!
🗓️ WHEN: Friday, May 2 & Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 7 PM
📍 WHERE: Sanford Performing Arts Center
💰 TICKETS: $9/Adult and $7/Senior + Student Available at the Sanford Middle School Main Office
Join us for this enchanting tale as old as time, performed by our talented middle school students! Perfect for families and theatre lovers of all ages.
Want a sneak peek? Check out the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCieeHr6va0

Congratulations to the talented students of Sanford Pride Elementary who shined during this week's Celebration of Learning! From choral performances during the grade-level concerts to impressive artwork displayed in the Art Show, these young artists and musicians demonstrated incredible skills and dedication!




🏆 SPRING SPORTS PREVIEW: Spartans Ready for the Season! 🏆
The spring sports season is officially underway at Sanford High School! Read interviews with varsity coaches as they discuss returning players, newcomers to watch, and their goals for the upcoming season at The Spartan Times! https://spartan-times.com/2025/04/16/spring-sports-preview-2/
JOIN US FOR VIRTUAL FAMILY MATH GAME NIGHT!
Monday, April 28th at 6:00 PM
From the comfort of your own home via Zoom!
Our amazing math teachers are hosting a fun-filled evening of math games the whole family will enjoy! All necessary materials and the Zoom link will be sent directly to families who RSVP.
🎲 Fun math activities for all ages
🎲 Connect with other Sanford families
🎲 No special equipment needed
🎲 Free event!
IMPORTANT: Registration deadline is THIS FRIDAY, April 18th!
Two ways to register:
1️⃣ Scan the QR code from the flyer sent home with your student
2️⃣ Complete the paper form and return it to your child's teacher

